Integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and in particular to an integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure. The utility model includes: an ice maker cabinet; an ice-making water circulation system and an ice-making tray are arranged in the upper part of the ice maker cabinet, and a refrigeration system is arranged in the lower part; the middle part of the ice maker cabinet is a hollow structure with an open front; a pull-out ice storage liner structure is arranged inside the ice maker cabinet; the pull-out ice storage liner structure and the ice maker cabinet are connected by a magnetic sensor to detect the open / closed state. The pull-out ice storage liner structure includes: an inner liner groove and an ice storage drawer; the inner liner groove is a groove structure with an open top and front, installed in the middle of the ice maker cabinet; the ice storage drawer is a drawer-type structure with an open top, installed inside the inner liner groove through the open front portion of the inner liner groove. The technical solution of this utility model solves the problems of insufficient ice storage capacity in the existing technology, affecting order processing; inconvenient cleaning and maintenance of the fixed inner liner ice storage barrel; and inconvenient ice retrieval.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, and in particular to a pull-out ice storage inner tank structure for an integrated ice maker. Background Technology

[0002] An all-in-one ice maker is a compact ice-making device suitable for various commercial and industrial applications, such as restaurants, bars, hotels, and schools. Its compact design allows for installation in limited spaces, making it ideal for space-constrained commercial environments, offering greater flexibility and saving space. Ice production capacity: 36-127KG / 24h; Ice storage capacity: 15KG-36KG; Suitable for customer flow: 100-300 people.

[0003] Existing all-in-one ice makers have the following drawbacks: 1. When customer traffic surges compared to normal, the ice-making speed can keep up, but the ice storage capacity is insufficient, affecting the order processing speed; 2. The ice maker is not placed in an easily accessible area, making it very inconvenient to get ice from it. 3. Fixed-liner refrigerators are inconvenient to clean or repair.

[0004] In view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned existing technologies, it is necessary to study and design a new type of integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage inner tank structure to overcome the problems existing in the existing technologies. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the technical problems mentioned above in the existing technology, such as insufficient ice storage capacity affecting order fulfillment; inconvenient cleaning and maintenance of fixed inner ice storage tanks; and inconvenient ice retrieval, this invention provides an integrated ice maker with a pull-out inner ice storage tank structure. This utility model primarily solves the various inconveniences mentioned in the existing technology by replacing the fixed inner tank with a drawer-type structure.

[0006] The technical means adopted in this utility model are as follows: The integrated ice maker features a pull-out ice storage liner structure, including: an ice maker cabinet; an ice-making water circulation system and an ice-making tray are installed in the upper part of the ice maker cabinet, and a refrigeration system is installed in the lower part; Furthermore, the middle section of the ice maker cabinet is a hollow structure with an open front; Furthermore, the interior of the ice maker cabinet is equipped with a pull-out ice storage liner structure; Furthermore, the pull-out ice storage liner structure and the ice maker cabinet are connected by a magnetic sensor to detect the on / off status.

[0007] Furthermore, the pull-out ice storage liner structure includes: an inner liner groove and an ice storage drawer; Furthermore, the inner liner is an open-top and open-front structure, installed in the middle of the ice maker cabinet. Furthermore, the ice storage drawer has an open-top drawer-type structure, with the drawer installed inside the inner liner through the front opening of the inner liner, and can be freely pulled out / pushed in from the inner liner.

[0008] Furthermore, the inner liner is injection molded in one piece, with a pull-out guide groove on each side center and a pull-out guide rail at the bottom, all used to assemble the ice storage drawer, providing assembly support and pull-out guidance for the ice storage drawer.

[0009] Furthermore, the ice storage drawer is made by one-time injection molding, with drawer guides on both sides corresponding to the pull-out guide grooves, and a bottom guide groove at the bottom corresponding to the pull-out guide rails; the ice storage drawer is assembled with the pull-out guide grooves and pull-out guide rails through the drawer guides and bottom guide grooves.

[0010] Furthermore, the bottom of the rear side of the inner liner is tilted downwards, so that the rear of the ice storage drawer falls downwards after being pushed into the inner liner, ensuring that the ice storage drawer will not slide out of the inner liner.

[0011] Furthermore, foam is filled into the inner tank and the ice maker cabinet to provide insulation and fix the inner tank.

[0012] Furthermore, the magnetic sensor includes an electromagnetic induction switch located at the upper part of the front opening of the ice maker cabinet, and an induction magnet located on the inner side of the upper front part of the ice storage drawer. Furthermore, the electromagnetic induction switch and the induction magnet are positioned opposite each other to enable the ice storage drawer to be pulled out / pulled in.

[0013] Furthermore, the magnetic sensor also functions as an ice-making switch; when the ice storage drawer is pulled out, the ice maker stops making ice.

[0014] The working process of this utility model is as follows: After the compressor starts running, the refrigerant undergoes a process of suction, compression, discharge, condensation (liquefaction), and throttling before evaporating and absorbing heat in the evaporator (ice tray) at a low temperature of -10℃ to -18℃. The 0℃ ice-making water continuously condenses into an ice layer on the even colder surface of the evaporator (ice tray). When the ice layer reaches a certain thickness, the refrigerant evaporation temperature reaches the program-set temperature, triggering the defrost solenoid valve. De-icing is typically done using a heat pump. After de-icing, the next cycle begins. During one ice-making cycle, ice blocks fall into the ice storage drawer until a full signal is received, at which point the machine stops. Using a pull-out ice storage liner structure allows for temporary increases in ice storage capacity and reduces the frequency of retrieving ice. The control logic for the pull-out ice storage liner structure is as follows: Electromagnetic induction switches and magnets are installed in both the ice maker cabinet and the ice storage drawer, forming a dual-control system. When the ice storage drawer is pulled out but not yet removed, an ice-making delay is added (an additional 3 minutes of ice-making time). When the ice storage liner is completely removed, the system senses that it is full of ice and stops ice-making. This prevents ice from falling out if there is no ice storage drawer or if the drawer is not in its proper position.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages: 1. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage inner liner structure provided by this utility model changes the fixed inner liner structure to a pull-out ice storage inner liner structure, which makes it convenient to take out ice and also allows the ice storage drawer to be taken out for circulating ice making. 2. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage inner tank structure provided by this utility model, by being equipped with a magnetic sensor, can control the ice making to stop when the ice storage drawer is taken out, so as to prevent ice cubes from falling into the inner tank groove. 3. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage inner liner structure provided by this utility model has the rear part of the inner liner groove processed to be inclined downwards to prevent the ice storage drawer from sliding out of the inner liner groove.

[0016] In summary, the technical solution of this utility model solves the problems in the prior art such as insufficient ice storage capacity affecting order processing; inconvenient cleaning and maintenance of fixed inner liner ice storage buckets; and inconvenient ice retrieval. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the inner liner groove structure of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the ice storage drawer structure of this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Ice maker cabinet; 11. Electromagnetic induction switch; 2. Ice-making water circulation system; 3. Ice tray; 4. Inner liner groove; 41. Pull-out guide groove; 42. Pull-out guide rail; 5. Ice storage drawer; 51. Drawer guide bar; 52. Bottom guide groove; 53. Induction magnet; 6. Refrigeration system. Detailed Implementation

[0020] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other. The present utility model will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit this utility model or its application or use. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0022] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present invention. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0023] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is usually based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. The directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0025] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "over," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation besides the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is inverted, a device described as "above" or "above" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0026] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore cannot be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, this utility model provides an integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure, including: an ice maker cabinet 1; an ice-making water circulation system 2 and an ice-making tray 3 are arranged in the upper part of the ice maker cabinet 1, and a refrigeration system 6 is arranged in the lower part; the middle part of the ice maker cabinet 1 is a hollow structure with an open front; a pull-out ice storage liner structure is arranged inside the ice maker cabinet 1; the pull-out ice storage liner structure and the ice maker cabinet 1 are connected by a magnetic sensor to detect the on / off status.

[0028] like Figure 1 As shown, the pull-out ice storage inner liner structure includes: an inner liner groove 4 and an ice storage drawer 5; the inner liner groove 4 is a groove structure with an open top and front, installed in the middle of the ice maker cabinet 1; the ice storage drawer 5 is a drawer-type structure with an open top, installed inside the inner liner groove 4 through the open front part of the inner liner groove 4, and can be freely pulled out / pulled in from the inner liner groove 4.

[0029] like Figure 2 As shown, the inner liner groove 4 is injection molded in one piece. A pull-out guide groove 41 is provided in the middle of each side, and a pull-out guide rail 42 is provided at the bottom. Together, they are used to assemble the ice storage drawer 5, providing assembly support and pull-out guidance for the ice storage drawer 5.

[0030] like Figure 3As shown, the ice storage drawer 5 is made by one-time injection molding. Drawer guide strips 51 are provided on both sides corresponding to the pull-out guide grooves 41, and bottom guide grooves 52 are provided at the bottom corresponding to the pull-out guide rails 42. The ice storage drawer 5 is assembled with the pull-out guide grooves 41 and the pull-out guide rails 42 through the drawer guide strips 51 and the bottom guide grooves 52.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, the bottom rear side of the inner liner 4 is tilted downwards, so that the rear of the ice storage drawer 5 falls downwards after being pushed into the inner liner 4, ensuring that the ice storage drawer 5 will not slide out of the inner liner 4.

[0032] like Figure 1 As shown, the inner tank 4 and the ice maker cabinet 1 are filled with foam, which serves to insulate and fix the inner tank 4.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, the magnetic sensor includes an electromagnetic induction switch 11 located at the upper part of the front opening of the ice maker cabinet 1, and an induction magnet 53 located on the inner side of the upper front part of the ice storage drawer 5; the electromagnetic induction switch 11 and the induction magnet 53 are arranged opposite to each other to realize the pulling out / pushing in of the ice storage drawer 5; the magnetic sensor also serves as an ice-making switch, and the ice maker stops making ice when the ice storage drawer 5 is pulled out.

[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. An integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage bin structure, comprising: Ice maker cabinet (1); the upper part of the ice maker cabinet (1) is equipped with an ice-making water circulation system (2) and an ice-making tray (3), and the lower part is equipped with a refrigeration system (6); its features are: The ice maker cabinet (1) has a hollow structure with an open front in the middle. The ice maker cabinet (1) is equipped with a pull-out ice storage liner structure inside; The pull-out ice storage liner structure and the ice maker cabinet (1) are connected by a magnetic sensor to detect the switch status.

2. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pull-out ice storage liner structure includes: an inner liner groove (4) and an ice storage drawer (5); The inner tank (4) is a tank structure with an open top and front, and is installed in the middle of the ice maker cabinet (1); The ice storage drawer (5) is a drawer-type structure with an open top. It is installed inside the inner liner groove (4) through the front opening of the inner liner groove (4) and can be freely pulled out / pushed in from the inner liner groove (4).

3. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inner liner groove (4) is injection molded in one piece. A pull-out guide groove (41) is provided in the middle of each side, and a pull-out guide rail (42) is provided at the bottom. Together, they are used to assemble the ice storage drawer (5) and provide assembly support and pull-out guidance for the ice storage drawer (5).

4. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The ice storage drawer (5) is made by injection molding in one piece. Drawer guide strips (51) are provided on both sides corresponding to the pull-out guide grooves (41), and bottom guide grooves (52) are provided at the bottom corresponding to the pull-out guide rails (42). The ice storage drawer (5) is assembled with the pull-out guide grooves (41) and the pull-out guide rails (42) through the drawer guide strips (51) and the bottom guide grooves (52).

5. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the inner liner groove (4) is tilted downwards, so that the ice storage drawer (5) falls downwards after being pushed into the inner liner groove (4), ensuring that the ice storage drawer (5) will not slide out of the inner liner groove (4).

6. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inner liner groove (4) and the ice maker cabinet (1) are filled with foam to provide insulation and fix the inner liner groove (4).

7. The integrated ice maker pull-out ice storage liner structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnetic sensor includes an electromagnetic induction switch (11) located at the upper part of the front opening of the ice maker cabinet (1), and an induction magnet (53) located on the inner side of the upper front part of the ice storage drawer (5). The electromagnetic induction switch (11) and the induction magnet (53) are arranged opposite to each other to detect the pulling out / pushing in of the ice storage drawer (5); The magnetic sensor also serves as an ice-making switch; when the ice storage drawer (5) is pulled out, the ice maker stops making ice.

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